French Word · Intermediate
déchirer
to tear up emotionally
Pronunciation: /de.ʃi.ʁe/
Meaning
to tear up emotionally
Example
déchirer une lettre
to rip up a letter
Practice tips
- Practice déchirer out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this French word is for intermediate-level learners.